The clash of small public and private schools always makes the Class D West tournament one of the most intriguing and consistently entertaining offerings of Maine’s great two-week high school basketball showcase. At no time was that amalgamation more exciting than at the turn of the 21st century, when Valley dominated Class D for six […]
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Rangeley’s municipal audit presented to selectmen
RANGELEY — Ron Smith of RHR Smith & Company presented the completed 2012-13 town audit at Tuesday’s selectmen meeting. Smith said that because revenue projections had come in a little higher than expected and expenses a little lower, the town is in good financial shape. The reserve accounts total about $9 million, with $1.6 million […]
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Preview 2013, Rangeley cheering
Coach: Tracy Cavalier Conference: East/West Conference; Class: D Last year’s result: Did not compete Team roster: Seniors — Tala Ferguson, Brianna Hall; Sophomores — Sara Anderson; Freshman — Ashley Collins, Ashley Kiser; Eighth grade — Victoria Delay, Melissa Hazen, Chloe Talbert Season outlook: We have a great new young team and we are looking forward […]
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New book released on history of Redington, Phillips and Rangeley Railroad
RANGELEY — The first history of Redington is now on the market in a new 312-page book by Guy Rioux titled “The Franklin County Narrow Gauges — The Next Stop is Rangeley.” The book provides detailed descriptions of the building and operation of the two lumber mills at Redington and of the Phillips and Rangeley […]
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Rangeley Giving Tree lighting is Nov. 30
RANGELEY — The 26th annual lighting of the Giving Tree will be at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, at the Christmas Tree, next to the Chamber of Commerce Building near the entrance to Town Park. There will be live music, Christmas carols and surprise guests. There will be a reception with Santa Claus immediately following […]
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Rangeley town manager appreciative of support
RANGELEY — While new Town Manager Tiki White recently talked with a reporter, Rangeley fire Chief Tim Pellerin poked his head through the doorway of her office and said, “This is the best town manager in Maine, and you can quote me on that.” Many town officials in this western Maine community are excited about […]
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Rangeley fire chief says improperly installed wood stove caused house fire
RANGELEY — About 25 firefighters from Rangeley and Eustis extinguished a blaze Sunday at a house at 7 Robbins Ave., Rangeley fire Chief Tim Pellerin said Monday. Firefighters had just returned from handling a tree on wires when the fire was reported at 1:04 p.m., he said. The family of Neal Stewart got out of […]
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Rangeley installs White as town manager
RANGELEY — Selectmen gave final approval Tuesday for Tiki White to be town manager. White, of Phillips, has served as acting town manager since July. Municipal Clerk Ethna Thompson administered the oath office to her Tuesday. The board’s decision followed an executive session to determine the duties and terms of White’s contract. Before the meeting, […]
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Groups to offer Thanksgiving dinners
Legion hosts dinner today DIXFIELD — A Thanksgiving dinner will be held from 4 p.m. until sold out Saturday, Nov. 23, at American Legion Post 100. Cost is $5. Seniors plan holiday feast RANGELEY — Annual Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Dinner will be held at noon Sunday, Nov. 24, at the Episcopal Church of the Good […]